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Hoover, Herbert, 1874-1964

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1874 - 1964

Biographical History

Herbert Hoover (1874-1964) was an American politician, mining engineer, author, and government official. He served as president of the United States from 1929 to 1933.

Citation:
Wikipedia, Dec. 8, 2010 (Herbert Hoover; Herbert Clark Hoover; b. Aug. 10, 1874 in West Branch, Iowa; d. Oct. 20, 1964 in New York, N.Y.; politician, mining engineer, author, government official; president of the United States, 1929-1933)

Found in 9 Collections and/or Records:

J. Reuben Clark, Jr. quotations, 1898-1963

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 303 Series 6
Scope and Contents

Collection of "dicta": short, often quotable, sayings by Clark on a wide variety of subjects.

Dates: Other: 1898-1963

J. Reuben Clark, Jr. ranching award and records, 1936-1962

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 303 Series 3
Scope and Contents

Includes the nomination to the hall of fame in 1962 in Oklahoma. Grazing papers from 1952 to 1960, and Island Grazing records from 1936 to 1962.

Dates: 1936-1962

J. Reuben Clark, Jr. reference files, 1849-1960

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 303 Series 16
Scope and Contents

Collection of his files on topics that interested Clark.

Dates: Other: 1849-1960

J. Reuben Clark, Jr. speeches, 1884-1961

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 303 Series 8
Scope and Contents

Contains diverse addresses given by Clark.

Dates: 1884-1961

Reed Smoot diaries, 1880-1932

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1187 Series 1
Scope and Contents

Contains handwritten diaries documenting the life of Reed Smoot as kept by himself. Includes discussion of his home and family life, thoughts, and other daily events. Dated 1880-1932.

Dates: 1880-1932

Reed Smoot microfilm, 1880-1966

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1187 Series 12
Scope and Contents

Contains several rolls of microfilm, unlabelled. Includes labelled boxes of microfilm which are images of Smoot's diaries. Dated 1880-1966.

Dates: 1880-1966

Reed Smoot mining papers, 1897-1938

 Series — Box 68: Series 4 [Barcode: 31197231029676]
Identifier: MSS 1187 Series 4
Scope and Contents

Contains files related to Smoot's involvement in mining. Includes correspondence and maps from the Big Indian Copper Company and records regarding the Gilsonite deal. Finally, pertains to work with Gold Chain Mining Company, Iron King Mining Company, Mascot Mining Company, and Western Australian Mining Laws. This demonstrates Smoot's work with these companies. Dated 1897-1938.

Dates: 1897-1938

Reed Smoot speeches and articles, 1883-1941

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1187 Series 5
Scope and Contents

Contains addresses given by Smoot and articles authored by him. Includes his words on political and other subjects. Also contains his election addresses. Pertains to reclamation projects, prohibition, history, and religion. Newspaper articles address Smoot's life and success as a Senator. Dated 1883-1941.

Dates: 1883-1941

Senator William H. King correspondence, 1921 March 24-1925 May 15

 File — Box 8: Series 11; Series 12 [Barcode: 31197233277646], Folder: 9
Identifier: MSS 1511 Series 11 File 9
Scope and Contents

Contains correspondence of Senator King, including a letter addressed to Herbert Hoover (before he became president of the United States). 11 items, dated March 24, 1921 to May 15, 1925.

Dates: 1921 March 24-1925 May 15